It’s hard to believe how quickly time flies — we’re already in the last weekend of August! Don’t let it pass by without treating yourself to some delicious food and fresh experiences.

This humble hawker stall in Chinatown Point serves up a mean spread of Muslim dishes, and it has 4.5 stars on Google for a reason. Although known for its spicy and sweet Mee Siam, the Nasi Lemak Sambal Goreng is the real deal to us. It strikes a balance between its creamy and fragrant coconut rice and spicy sambal. Topped with a flavourful bergedil, this dish is simply unmissable.

The best part about nasi lemak is that you can have it at any time of the day, so why not head down for breakfast?

📍 Address: 335 Smith Street, #02-70, Chinatown Point, Singapore 050335
⏰ Opening hours: Tue to Fri, 8am – 2pm | Sat and Sun, 7am – 12pm
📞 Contact: 8608 1206
🍴 Halal status: Halal
🌐 Website: whyq.sg/chinatown-complex-food-centre/aziz-jaffar-muslim-food

Believe it or not, this hawker stall at the Maxwell Food Centre sells a variety of whole steamed fish starting from just $8! One of its specialities is the Hong Kong-style Steamed Sea Bass Fillet. The delicate sweetness of the fresh fish is complemented perfectly by the mild and umami-packed soy sauce base. If you’re not into fish, opt for their HK Style Steamed Prawn or Boiled Sotong instead, which are equally delicious. 😋

📍 Address: 1 Kadayanallur Street, #01-32 Maxwell Food Centre, Singapore 069184
⏰ Opening hours: Mon, 11am – 5pm | Tue to Sat, 11am – 8pm
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: whyq.sg/estore/fish-village-xiao-yu-chun

If you’re on the lookout for an affordable yet authentic Peranakan meal, this quaint hawker stall in Golden Mile Food Centre is where you need to be. Charlie has been cooking up delicious Peranakan food since the 1980s, from the classic Beef Rendang, that’s buttery and tender, to the lesser-known Nangka Lemak. The latter is a dish comprising young jackfruit boiled in a spicy and decadent coconut broth.

Trust us when we say that the flavours will linger on your tongue for hours after. 🌶️

📍 Address: 505 Beach Road, #B1-30, Golden Mile Food Centre, Singapore 199583
⏰ Opening hours: 11.30am – 7.30pm daily
📞 Contact: 9789 6304
🍴 Halal status: Not halal
🌐 Website: facebook.com/charliesperanakanfood

Teleport into Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory as you participate in a range of chocolate workshops at this aesthetic spot in Dempsey. Customise your own chocolate bar with toppings of your choice and decorate it with a splash of cacao butter paint.

In addition to making your own chocolate, you’ll also learn to identify good chocolate and cacao beans. Isn’t this just the perfect date idea? 😍

📍 Address: 13 Dempsey Road, #01-03/04, Singapore 249674
⏰ Opening hours: Sun to Thu, 11am – 7pm | Fri and Sat, 11am – 10pm
🌐 Website: mrbucket.com.sg

This exhilarating attraction, nestled in the heart of Singapore Zoo, is back for both the young and the young at heart. Navigate through a tricky two-storey-high obstacle consisting of swinging logs, wooden planks, and tightropes — while you admire the sparkling Lower Seletar Reservoir in the background.

Tickets cost $25 per child for the advanced course, and accompanying adults only need to pay $13 per person.

📍 Address: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 5.15pm daily
📞 Contact: 8332 7530
🌐 Website: houbiispotsingapore.com

Creatives and shopaholics, rejoice! Singapore’s newest shopping destination, New Bahru, is now home to over 50 local and international brands. Start by customising your own leather accessories at Crafune. Then, head to Sea Apple, where you can shop for high-quality childrenswear.

After shopping, head to any of the eateries to refuel. Our favourites are One Fattened Calf Burgers’ juicy cheeseburgers and Huevos’ mouthwatering tacos.

📍 Address: 46 Kim Yam Road, New Bahru, Singapore 239351
⏰ Opening hours: 10am – 10pm daily
🌐 Website: newbahru.com

One of Singapore Zoo’s newer experiences, Elephant Encounters, lets you get up close and personal with the very demure, mindful, and considerate Asian Elephants. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get a deeper understanding of what goes on behind the scenes at our renowned national zoo, particularly when it comes to caring for elephants.
Our favourite part of this activity certainly has to be feeding the gentle giants. 🐘

📍 Address: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
⏰ Opening hours: 2pm – 3pm daily
🌐 Website: mandai.com/en/singapore-zoo/things-to-do/explore/tours/elephant-encounters